Burglar didn't like vicar victim
A BURGLAR tried to break into a vicar's home to support his daily drug habit.
Stephen Brown smashed a pane of glass in the door of the churchman's house in Brixham Crescent, Jarrow, on February 2, Newcastle Crown Court yesterday heard.
He was arrested after a watchful neighbour had contacted police, and reported him acting suspiciously.
The 19-year-old told officers he "didn't like" the vicar and was funding a £10 to £40-a-day drug habit.
The reverend had to pay £20 to have his door fixed, the court heard.
Brown, of Etal Crescent, Jarrow, admitted attempted burglary.
Judge Beatrice Bolton adjourned sentence for Brown to be assessed for his suitability for a drug treatment order.
He was granted bail in the meantime.
The full article contains 130 words and appears in Shields Gazette newspaper.
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Last Updated:
24 July 2008 2:06 PM
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Source:
Shields Gazette
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Location:
South Shields
